Former professional VALORANT player Tyson ‘TenZ’ Van Ngo is stepping back into the spotlight with an exciting announcement: a community awards show dedicated to VALORANT esports. This venture celebrates the vibrant world of the VALORANT Champions Tour (VCT) and Game Changers scenes, capturing the essence and thrill of competitive gaming.
The 2025 VALORANT Community Awards Show is slated for a grand live ceremony in Los Angeles, California, on December 15th, in collaboration with Riot Games and Red Bull. Fans can catch the action live on TenZ’s Twitch and YouTube channels.
Key Highlights and Nomination Process
The awards ceremony promises to be a memorable event, with finalists being announced closer to the date. One confirmed category is the Red Bull Clutch of the Year, with more exciting categories to be unveiled soon. Teams from the VCT and Game Changers are also actively participating, with players and coaches voting on nominees through a point-based system to determine the finalists.
Since his departure from Sentinels, TenZ has not only stayed active within the VALORANT community but has also engaged in collaborations with Red Bull, joining their athlete program in June 2025. His presence in events like the Red Bull Home Ground World Final as a co-streamer highlights his ongoing influence in esports.
Awards Ceremonies And Esports
The esports industry has seen a rise in title-specific awards ceremonies. For instance, Supercell recently launched the Clash Royale League 2025 Awards to spotlight standout moments of the year. Similarly, Eefje ‘Sjokz’ Depoortere and Marc Robert ‘Caedrel’ Lamont are set to host the second edition of The League Awards, celebrating achievements within the League of Legends esports scene.
VALORANT, since its 2020 release, has skyrocketed in popularity, securing accolades such as the Esports Game of the Year award in 2021. Despite not clinching a win in 2025, losing out to League of Legends, its reputation as a top-tier esports title remains unshaken.